"The Dirt" Trailrunning Podcast

Head Mule~ Michele sits down with Natalie Brunson and Kyle Braund to chat about our trip to Mukilteo, Washington and attending ATRA conference 2023. Kyle is a 21 year old new trail runner that is interested in working in the sport. Tim Tollefson was the keynote speaker of conference and Kyle shares how Tim has helped him. Natalie is a long time trail runner, with 9 kids, and passionate about making time for herself to run trails. We share a little about ourselves as runners, and our experience at American Trail Running Association conference. We share about the trails we visit in Washington. This is a mixed race, and age group of trail runners that get along well and want to share our challenges, peace, and dream for the ultra and trail running community. Watch for more Michele, Kyle and Natalie shows! Michele is currently 56 years old and training for a 50 mile race Natalie is in her 40s, juggling family life and training for 100 mile race Kyle is 21 years old, talented runner in college and planning his future in trail and ultrarunning

"Wow what a great episode! Join us while OMR Coaches Loretta & Reese interview Dr. Liesle Elsey, a Physical Therapist based in Michigan about common injuries most of us have experienced. Join as they discuss Hamstring cramps, Quad tightness, calf soreness, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, & much more! This conversation was anything but boring. Great things happen in a chat room full of nerds!

Explore the overlooked factors in race day preparation, including adapting training routines, finding motivation, empowering autonomy in training decisions, and race day tips such as headlamp strategies, clothing choices, and post-race care for ultra runners.

Join OMR Coaches Loretta & Reese with special guest, Coach Lindsay Phenix! Coach Lindsay has a robust and lengthy resume, including Badwater, Angeles Crest 100, and Tunnel Hill (to name a few). Listen while she shares her background, experience, coaching style, heat training philosophy, & wisdom about all distances. Coach Lindsay is an incredible athlete, teacher, & motivator. We at Ornery Mule Coaching are thrilled to work so closely with her. @ornerymulecoaching

This week on "Coffee with Coaches" - a thorough look the Hennepin trail races. What will the course be like? What gear should I use? How do I visualize the distance? Who will I be racing with? All questions are answered in great detail with your OMR coaches, Loretta, and Reese. Both coaches have experience with this race, yet they are always looking for other views on how to succeed! Drop a comment with your opinions & let's all get stronger & faster while enjoying the journey. @ornerymulecoaching

Gather around your listening player of choice, we have OMR coach Katie O'Connor sharing her wisdom about ultras, coaching, being coached, & about her recent Bigfoot 200 mile race. Having coached with OMR for over 2 years, Katie has helped many athletes & continues to love talking & learning about the ultra-endurance sports. Listen to her views on coaching her athletes, preparing for big goals, & overcoming obstacles & doubt. Don't miss out on this one & remember to rate, subscribe, & comment if you like the content! Coach Katie was a pleasure to talk with so we know you'll find it worthwhile! @ornerymulecoaching trailrun.com

In this episode, Coach Loretta and Coach Reese chat with our newest coach, Jacob Moss. Jacob is a professional runner and coach. He shares about his experience running and his philosophy on coaching. If you are looking for a top notch coach, check out Coach Jacob Moss. trailrun.coach

In this episode, Coach Loretta and Physical Therapist, Dr. Liesle Elsey explore and share tips about mobility and strength training for athletes. You'll hear both a coach's and physical therapist's perspective. They also walk through what our virtual physical therapy consultation entails.